A high-protein Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl topped with a magical chocolate shell makes for a super delicious, healthy, and filling breakfast. Made with peanut butter and yogurt, this yogurt bowl is a wonderful choice for a nourishing breakfast, snack, or dessert.
It’s a wholesome chocolate peanut butter yogurt bowl that looks like a gourmet treat but is actually packed with healthy ingredients. This makes it an ideal, indulgent, protein-rich treat to start your day!
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If you’re looking for a new way to incorporate protein into your diet, this greek yogurt peanut butter protein yogurt bowl comes in handy.
About Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl
This viral sensation protein-packed yogurt bowl is prepared using creamy Greek yogurt, rich peanut butter, sweet maple syrup, vanilla, strawberries, and a magical dark chocolate shell. It’s creamy, indulgent, and oh-so-delicious, with a burst of freshness from the chopped strawberries.
The chocolate peanut butter yogurt bowl tastes like a decadent dessert but is made with good-for-you ingredients and packs in the protein in a delicious and healthy way! This irresistibly delicious yogurt bowl can be served as breakfast, a snack, or even a light meal.
Peanut butter in Greek yogurt tastes amazing. And this combination of classic Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and fruits takes it to the next level. Plus, the taste, texture, and flavor of this yogurt bowl are a treat for people of all ages.
In this easy yogurt bowl recipe, chocolate and peanut butter come together to elevate the taste of Greek yogurt. This goes way beyond any regular yogurt bowl.
A peanut butter Greek yogurt bowl sweetened with maple syrup, mixed with strawberries, topped with a chocolate shell, strawberries, and blueberries is a treat in itself.
Making this super delicious yogurt is straightforward, and it is super versatile too. Another great thing about this protein-rich yogurt bowl is that it is made without any added protein.
I added chopped strawberries to this yogurt bowl because I love PBJ combinations. And chocolate, peanut butter, and strawberries are a classic PBJ combination that can’t ever go wrong, right?
This easy yogurt bowl recipe can be made with other fruits and berries of your choice. For example, you can use pears, apples, bananas, blueberries, or raspberries.
Just try it once. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one.
This peanut butter yogurt bowl
✓ is super easy to make
✓ is loaded with protein
✓ is a perfect breakfast or snack
✓ can be served as an individual dessert
✓ is vegetarian and gluten-free
✓ is a great start to any day
✓ can be made with any fruits and berries
✓ is easily customizable
✓ can also be made without a chocolate shell
Health Benefits of Yogurt Bowls
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is rich in protein, healthy fats, probiotics, vitamins, and minerals
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aids in digestion
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helps keep us full
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helps in gaining muscles
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promotes weight loss
Ingredients
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Plain Greek yogurt – I used 1.5% fat Greek yogurt for making this bowl, but you can also use full-fat or 0% fat yogurt here. Vanilla flavored Greek yogurt can also be used for making this yogurt bowl.
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Peanut butter - I added creamy peanut butter to this recipe. You can also use crunchy peanut butter here.
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Vanilla - To add a subtle dessert flavor, I added a bit of vanilla extract. Adding vanilla is optional.
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Sweetener - I have used maple syrup as a sweetener; you can also use agave nectar or honey here.
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Strawberries - I have added chopped strawberries to this yogurt bowl. You can also use any other fruit of your choice.
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Chocolate - To create a chocolate shell, I have used melted dark chocolate. However, you can also use milk chocolate here.
How to Make a Yogurt Bowl
Making this high-protein yogurt bowl is incredibly easy.
Simply add Greek yogurt, peanut butter, sweetener, vanilla, and chopped strawberries to a bowl. Stir well until everything is smoothly combined.
Let it chill, then top the bowl with melted chocolate and let it chill again. Once the chocolate shell has hardened, your delicious peanut butter yogurt bowl is ready to be served.
Buying the Best Greek Yogurt
For best results, go for a Greek yogurt with no added sugar and minimal ingredients. You can also use fat-free or full-fat yogurt for this yogurt bowl.
Toppings for a Nutritious Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl
This bowl tastes great as it is, but if you want to skip the chocolate shell and use other toppings, you can enhance the taste of this yogurt bowl.
Here are some topping ideas for this yogurt bowl:
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You can top it with crunchy granola or rolled oats for texture.
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Fresh or dried fruits like bananas, berries, or mango.
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You can use other nut butter such as almond butter, cashew butter, or hazelnut butter.
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Dried fruits such as raisins, dried apples, dried bananas, dried apricots, or dates.
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Drizzle it with a sweetener of your choice, such as honey or maple syrup.
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You can use chopped nuts such as almonds, walnuts, peanuts, or pecans.
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Seeds like hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, or chia seeds can be added for extra nutrients.
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A sprinkle of coconut flakes or chocolate chips for added flavor.
Variations & Substitutions
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Yogurt: In this recipe, you can use any type of Greek yogurt. You can also replace Greek yogurt with Turkish yogurt or skyr (Icelandic yogurt). If you are following a vegan diet, then you can even use a dairy-free alternative.
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Nut Butter: I have made this recipe using peanut butter. You can also use different nut butters or seed butters of your choice.
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Love chocolates? Then you can also add a little bit of unsweetened cacao powder to make it extra chocolatey.
More Healthy Breakfast Ideas
Love an easy and delicious breakfast? Then here are some more quick, nutritious breakfast options for you to try: Blueberry Overnight Oats, Mango Overnight Oats, Strawberry Overnight Oats, Rose Overnight Oats, Banana Date Smoothie, Healthy Date Bars, Chocolate Orange Mug Cake, and Pomegranate Toast.
Pro tips & tricks to make the Best Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl
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Flavor: I have used vanilla extract in this recipe, but you can switch up the flavors to suit your taste. You can make it using other flavorings such as almond extract. You can also use sweet-scenting spices like ground cinnamon.
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Vegan: To make it vegan, make sure to use vegan-friendly Greek yogurt.
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Fruits: You can make this yogurt bowl with any fruits of your choice such as apples, bananas, pears, or mangoes. You can even use a combination of fruits here.
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Protein: For added protein, you can add about 1 tablespoon of protein powder to this yogurt bowl. You can use vanilla or chocolate-flavored protein powder.
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Oats/Granola: To make it more filling, you can add about 2 tablespoons of oats or granola to this yogurt bowl.
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Meal Prep: This yogurt bowl is perfect for meal prep, so feel free to double or triple the recipe and enjoy it throughout the week.
Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl (Step-by-step photo instructions)
How to Make Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and uniform in consistency.
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped strawberries, and mix well. Adding strawberries gives the yogurt bowl a burst of freshness and color to each bite.
- Once your yogurt base is prepared, smooth the top and let it chill for 30 minutes to set.
- Once the yogurt is set, drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the creamy yogurt bed.
- Smooth the top and let it chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to quickly solidify.
- Once it forms a luxurious chocolate shell, garnish your peanut butter yogurt bowl with any fruits or berries of your choice.
- Your Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl with Chocolate Shell is ready to be savored and shared.
Recipe Card
Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl [Recipe]
★★★★★
(Rating: 5 from 6 reviews)
| Prep time 🕐 | Cook time 🕐 | Total time 🕐 |
|---|---|---|
| 4 mins | ||
| Category ☶ | Cuisine ♨ | Serves ☺ |
| Breakfast | American | 1 bowl |
| Nutrition Info ⊛ | Serving size ⊚ | |
| 91 calories | 1 |
INGREDIENTS
For Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl
- 1 cup of Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons of peanut butter
- 1-2 tablespoons of maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of chopped strawberries (or any fruit of your choice)
For Chocolate Shell
- Melted dark chocolate
For topping
- Additional strawberries and blueberries for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS:
How to Make Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and uniform in consistency.
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped strawberries, and mix well. Adding strawberries gives the yogurt bowl a burst of freshness and color to each bite.
- Once your yogurt base is prepared, smooth the top and let it chill for 30 minutes to set.
- Once the yogurt is set, drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the creamy yogurt bed.
- Smooth the top and let it chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to quickly solidify.
- Once it forms a luxurious chocolate shell, garnish your peanut butter yogurt bowl with any fruits or berries of your choice.
- Your Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl with Chocolate Shell is ready to be savored and shared.
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NOTES:
- I have used vanilla extract in this recipe, but you can switch up the flavors to suit your taste. You can make it using other flavorings such as almond extract. You can also use sweet-scenting spices like ground cinnamon.
- To make it vegan, make sure to use vegan-friendly Greek yogurt.
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